Here are the stories below.

Padel Quest Awards Put Influencers in the Spotlight

The Padel Quest Awards are putting padel’s digital creators in the spotlight, with fans deciding who will be named France’s best padel influencer of the year. With more than 12,000 votes already cast, the category recognizes creators helping grow the sport through entertainment, education and community-building.

- Read more on Padel Magazine

Padelnox Expands US-Focused Racket Buying Guide

Padelnox has expanded its padel racket buying guide with coach-tested reviews and head-to-head comparisons aimed at US players. The resource covers major brands, racket shapes, materials and model differences, helping players navigate a market where local retail selection is still limited despite rapid growth.

- Read more on openPR

Francisca Cravo Extends Breakout Run in Portugal

Francisca Cravo continued a remarkable stretch on the FIP Promises Tour, winning both the Under 14 and Under 16 titles in Caldas da Rainha alongside Rosie Allen. The Portuguese junior has now collected three titles in a week and sits second in the FIP Promises Europe Ranking.

- Read more on FIP

Wilson Expands Its Footwear Playbook for Padel

Wilson has unveiled a three-model padel shoe collection built around different playing styles. The Rush Pro 5 targets high-intensity competition, the Hurakn emphasizes lightweight movement and quick reactions, while the Courtglide offers versatile comfort for regular players, reflecting growing specialization in padel-specific footwear.

- Read more on Tennis Tonic

Why Padel Is Winning Over Celebrities and Older Players

Padel’s accessibility, social nature and manageable physical demands are helping it attract everyone from celebrities to players in their 40s and 50s. With advocates including David Beckham and the Princess of Wales, the sport’s appeal increasingly extends beyond competition into fitness, lifestyle and mainstream culture.

- Read more on Tennis Tonic

Highlights

Check out these highlights from Day 4 of Premier Padel Germany!

What connects this week’s stories is reach. Padel is spreading through social media, becoming easier for new players to understand and shop for, building stronger youth pathways, attracting greater investment from major sports brands and finding new audiences through lifestyle and fitness. The game is not simply growing. The world around it is growing with it.

Stay tuned next week for more from Padel Mecca.

Here are the news below.

Padel Enters the American University System

Padel is making its way onto U.S. campuses with the launch of the Wilson ACPL by Bela. Featuring 200 students from 30 institutions across four regions, the competition will run through national finals in March, with Fernando Belasteguín serving as ambassador and senior advisor.

- Read more on Padel Magazine

U.S. Padel Growth Accelerates Nationwide

The US Padel Report 2026 counts 1,110 courts across 296 facilities in 38 states, up from 688 courts and 180 facilities last year. With an estimated 460,000 active players, growth is also spreading beyond Florida, Texas, and California as new markets continue to emerge nationwide.

- Read more on The Sports News Blitz

Padel Takes Another Step Toward the Olympics

Padel made its Asian Games debut as a medal sport in Nagoya, marking another milestone in its international expansion. Now played by an estimated 38 million people across 170 countries and territories, the sport is building the global presence its leaders hope will eventually lead to Olympic inclusion.

- Read more on Arab News

FIP Opens the Door to More Tournament Organizers

The International Padel Federation has opened applications for individual promoters seeking to host sanctioned events in 2027. Organizers can apply across the CUPRA FIP Tour, FIP Promises, and FIP Beyond, creating another route for international competition to expand into established and emerging padel markets.

- Read more on FIP

Japan and Qatar Claim Historic Asian Games Gold

Japan’s Kae Tokumoto and Saki Tsukamoto captured the first women’s Asian Games padel gold on home soil, while Qatar’s Mashari and Rashed Naif took the men’s title. Indonesia, Malaysia, and Iran also reached the podium as padel completed its historic debut on the continental stage.

- Read more on FIP

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the final of the Premier Padel - Rotterdam 2026

What connects this week’s stories is infrastructure in its broadest sense. Padel is building university pathways, expanding into new American markets, opening its international calendar to more organizers, and establishing itself within major multi-sport competition. The courts are multiplying, but so are the pathways around them.

Stay tuned next week for more from Padel Mecca.

Here’s what moved the game this week.

Padel Makes Its Asian Games Debut in Nagoya

Padel enters new territory as competition begins at the Asian Games in Nagoya, with 43 men’s and women’s pairs chasing the sport’s first Asian Games medals. Running through October 3, the tournament adds another major multi-sport stage to padel’s rapidly expanding international calendar.

- Read more on FIP

Juan Lebrón’s New Babolat Rackets Face the Test

Babolat’s latest Juan Lebrón range puts two different approaches head-to-head. The Soft 3.1 offers added elasticity and accessibility for intermediate-to-advanced players, but when competition enters the equation, the standard Viper 3.1 earned the tester’s preference for its greater precision, stability, and control.

- Read more on Tennis Tonic

Premier Padel Opens the Door to Live Betting

Premier Padel will enter live betting in 2027 through an exclusive multi-year partnership with iGame Media. More than 2,400 matches annually will feed official referee-recorded scores and low-latency streams to regulated operators, creating another commercial layer around the professional tour and its growing global audience.

- Read more on Tennis Tonic

Lacoste Steps Onto the Padel Court

Lacoste has made its first full-scale move into padel, launching two Tecnifibre-engineered rackets alongside dedicated footwear, apparel, and a premium bag. With products aimed at beginners and regular players alike, the French brand is treating padel as more than equipment, extending its sporting identity into the game’s growing lifestyle culture.

- Read more on WebWire

South America Crowns Its First Padel Champions

Paraguay’s Martín Abud and Facundo Dehnike and Argentina’s Victoria Vilchez and María Belén Mosca became padel’s first South American Games gold medalists. A sold-out crowd of 4,100 watched the finals in Rafaela, turning the sport’s debut from another calendar addition into a genuine continental showcase.

- Read more on FIP

Highlights

Check out these highlights from Day 3 of PPL San Sebastian!

This week began and ended with medals, but the bigger story sits between them. Padel is finding its place inside multi-sport competition while simultaneously attracting fashion houses, equipment makers, media technology, and entirely new commercial models. The glass walls haven’t moved, but everything around them has.

Stay tuned next week for the biggest stories here at Padel Mecca.

Here are the stories below.

Padel X Boca Raton Celebrates One Year and Its Latin Roots

Padel X Boca Raton marked its first anniversary during Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating the Latin roots and community spirit behind the sport. Co-founder Nalle Grinda emphasized padel’s role in bringing people together, with plans to expand into Coral Gables and West Palm Beach over the next two years.

- Read more on WFLX

Emaar Takes Center Court as Dubai Premier Padel P1 Title Partner

Emaar has been named title partner of Dubai Premier Padel P1, scheduled for November 8–15 at Hamdan Sports Complex. The eight-day tournament will bring top international players to Dubai, combining professional competition with hospitality, entertainment, and premium fan experiences. Tickets start at AED 45.

- Read more on PR Newswire

Brittany Dubins Makes Her Mark at the Paris Major

American player Brittany Dubins achieved a historic milestone at the Paris Major, highlighting the growing presence of U.S. talent in professional padel. The former collegiate tennis player credits her move to Madrid for accelerating her development, emphasizing Spain’s elite coaching and competitive training environment.

- Read more on Padel Magazine

Padel and Pickleball Find Their Way Into Vacation Plans

Active holidays are gaining momentum as travelers increasingly incorporate padel and pickleball into their itineraries. With wellness tourism reaching 1.24 billion trips in 2024, racket sports are becoming part of the travel experience, offering opportunities to stay active, connect with others, and explore new destinations.

- Read more on Hindustan Times

Why Professional Padel Partnerships Rarely Last a Full Season

Partner changes are increasingly common in professional padel, driven by competitive results, ranking pressures, and sponsor expectations. While switching teammates can open new opportunities, it also demands tactical adjustments, trust, and clear communication. Finding the right chemistry remains a challenge for players navigating the professional circuit.

- Read more on Padel Tonic

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the FINAL of the Premier Padel Paris Major!

From Boca Raton’s Latin-inspired celebrations to Dubai’s world-class stage, this week reminds us that padel is as much about what happens around the court as what happens on it. New destinations, unexpected milestones, and changing partnerships are all part of a sport still writing its story.

There’s plenty more unfolding beyond the glass.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca next week for the next chapter.

Here are the stories below!

Padel vs. Pickleball: Growth vs. Scale

Padel’s U.S. growth is accelerating, but pickleball still dominates participation. While padel grew 14.5% in 2025, pickleball counted 24.3 million American players compared with padel’s 1.07 million. The contrast highlights a key reality: rapid percentage growth does not yet equal nationwide scale.

- Read more on The Dink

Pro Padel League Lands National CNBC Broadcast Deal

The Pro Padel League is expanding its national reach through a new broadcast partnership that will bring five 2026 championship matches to CNBC. The deal gives PPL its biggest U.S. television platform yet as the league builds momentum around sponsors, investment, live events, and fan growth.

- Read more on TicketNews

Padel Finds Its Space in Hong Kong

Padel is gaining ground in space-constrained Hong Kong, where compact court footprints and strong revenue potential make the sport especially attractive. Rather than replacing tennis, new padel venues are appearing on rooftops, plazas, and waterfront sites, offering operators a practical way to maximize scarce urban real estate.

- Read more on Tatler Asia

Svitolina’s Kyiv Padel Club Damaged in Russian Attack

Elina Svitolina revealed that SVITO Padel Club in Kyiv, which she founded with Sergiy Stakhovsky, was damaged in a Russian attack. The Ukrainian star used the incident to highlight the war’s wider impact on athletes, training conditions, and sports infrastructure across the country.

- Read more on Tennis Temple

Padel’s Boom Is Bringing More Players to Physiotherapists

As padel and pickleball participation surges in India, physiotherapists are seeing more ankle, wrist, knee, and shoulder injuries among recreational players. With padel courts and player numbers rising sharply, experts are stressing warmups, recovery, and strength work as essential parts of regular play.

- Read more on The Economic Times

Highlights

Check out these highlights from Day 6 of the Premier Padel Paris Major!

Bigger broadcasts are creating visibility, dense cities are finding new ways to make courts viable, and participation continues to rise across markets. At the same time, comparisons with pickleball reveal how much room there still is to grow, while stories from Kyiv and India underscore that expansion also brings real-world challenges beyond the court.

The next phase of padel will not be measured by hype alone. It will be defined by how well the sport converts attention into access, infrastructure, sustained participation, and a stronger global ecosystem.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories!

Here are the stories below.

England’s Padel Boom Reshapes the Racquet Sports Landscape

England now has more than 2,200 padel courts, nearly six times the 382 recorded in 2023, while the country has lost 183 tennis courts over the same period. With British padel participation reaching one million players, the sport’s rapid expansion is increasingly reshaping the country’s racquet-sports landscape.

- Read more on The Guardian

ASICS Joins the Paris Major at Roland Garros

ASICS has signed on as the official clothing and footwear equipment partner of the 2026 Alpine Paris Major, supplying ball crews and entertainment staff at Roland Garros. The partnership gives the Japanese brand a major platform as it identifies padel as a priority growth market across Europe.

- Read more on Padel Magazine

Italy’s Next Generation Takes Center Stage

Young Italian talent was on display at the FIP Promises Giulianova, with boys and girls competing across U12, U14, U16 and U18 categories. Eight champion pairs emerged from the event, highlighting the increasingly structured pathway developing the next generation of competitive Padel players in Italy.

- Read more on FIP

Malaysia’s Morning Padel Community Surpasses 700 Members

Before much of Kuala Lumpur starts its workday, more than 700 Sunrise Padel Club members are building a different kind of morning routine. Regular 7–9 a.m. sessions combine exercise, friendship and competition, showing how padel communities can thrive around the sport’s social appeal as much as the game itself.

- Read more on Free Malaysia Today

From Bergen County to Sydney, Padel Builds Community

Padel’s social appeal is helping communities form far beyond traditional strongholds. In Bergen County, Padel United Sports Club has grown to 650 members since opening in January 2025, offering lessons, tournaments and junior programs while demonstrating how new clubs can become gathering places for players and families.

- Read more on Evrim Ağacı

Highlights

Check out these highlights from Madrid P1! (SEMI-FINALS)

Courts are multiplying, major brands are investing, junior pathways are strengthening, and communities are building their routines around the game. From early mornings in Kuala Lumpur to new players discovering the sport in Bergen County, Padel continues to prove that its greatest strength may be its ability to bring people together.

This week’s stories capture Padel at both ends of its growth: the investment happening at the top and the communities making it stick from the ground up.

Built globally. Growing locally.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories.

Here are the stories below.

Padel’s Olympic Dream Moves Another Step Closer

Padel’s Mediterranean Games debut marked another milestone in its global rise, with 88 athletes from 18 nations competing in Taranto. FIP President Luigi Carraro pointed to the sport’s 38 million players across 178 countries and territories, while reaffirming the ultimate ambition: earning a place at the Olympic Games.

- Read more on FIP

New Partners, Old Champions as Premier Padel Returns to Madrid

Premier Padel is back from summer break with Madrid P1 setting the stage for a loaded second half. Defending champions Leo Augsburger and Martin Di Nenno return as rivals with new partners, while Claudia Fernandez chases a remarkable third straight Madrid crown. The event also marks Ale Salazar’s final tournament on home soil.

- Read more on FIP

Padel Takes America’s Fastest-Growing Sport Crown

Padel participation in the U.S. jumped 14.5% in the first half of 2026, making it the country’s fastest-growing sport, according to SFIA data. Meanwhile, pickleball grew just 1.3%, its slowest pace after five years on top, as padel continues expanding its American footprint.

- Read more on Fitt Insider

Padel Fever Hits Taranto

Padel’s Mediterranean Games debut is drawing attention beyond the court. Players in Taranto have been greeted by fans seeking selfies and autographs, while even training sessions attracted enthusiastic crowds. The reception comes during a record-breaking Games that has already sold more than 100,000 tickets across 13 days of competition.

- Read more on FIP

AI Is Coming for Your Padel Practice

Tennibot has launched Partner Lite, a $1,495 AI-powered ball machine built for padel, tennis, and pickleball. The stationary machine uses app-guided custom drills adapted to players’ skill levels and training goals, bringing technology previously reserved for more expensive training systems to a wider group of players, coaches, and clubs.

- Read more on Robotics & Automation News

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Semifinals of the FIP Gold Belgrade!

Padel’s next chapter is taking shape on several fronts at once. More players are picking up rackets, major sporting events are opening their doors, technology is changing how the game is practiced, and the Olympic conversation keeps getting louder.

The court keeps getting bigger. Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories.

Here are the stories below.

Padel Makes Its Mediterranean Games Debut

Padel has officially arrived at the XX Mediterranean Games in Taranto, where athletes from 18 nations are competing for the sport’s first men’s, women’s and mixed medals. Running August 22–28, the tournament is being streamed through Eurovision Sport to an extraordinary 244 countries and territories worldwide.

- Read more on FIP

Gucci Finds Its Place Courtside

Padel’s fashion credentials received a luxury upgrade at the inaugural Padel Invitational, where Gucci featured prominently among the courtside looks. With the house already deeply connected to tennis, its presence around padel signals another crossover for the sport, this time into the worlds of luxury fashion, style and culture.

- Read more on Harper’s BAZAAR

PadelLevels Brings Smarter Ratings to East Glos

East Glos Club has partnered with PadelLevels to give players a clearer picture of where their game stands. Through an integration with ServeSport, results from open matches, leagues and Americanos now feed directly into player ratings, bringing data-driven progression to a club with more than 700 active padel participants.

- Read more on The Padel Paper

Club Med Takes Its Padel Cup Across Asia

The second Club Med Padel Cup is touring eight Asia-Pacific markets, doubling its footprint from last year before a Grand Slam Finale in Phuket. Club Med, which now offers more than 75 padel facilities worldwide, is also partnering with the Tatler Padel Series, connecting thousands of players across the region.

- Read more on TTR Weekly

PPL Brings Pro Padel and Hollywood to L.A.

The Pro Padel League landed at Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar for its second stop of 2026, with DC Matrix taking the women’s title and Mexico Waves winning the men’s crown. Ten North American teams competed as the event drew a Hollywood crowd, including Jamie Foxx and Tyler Posey.

- Read more on Los Angeles Magazine

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Premier Padel London P1 Final! (MEN)

If there was one number that captured this week, it was 244. That is how many countries and territories could tune in as Padel stepped onto the Mediterranean Games stage. But the bigger story was everything happening beyond that broadcast: Gucci at courtside, smarter ratings at local clubs, an eight-market Asian tour, and professional Padel drawing Hollywood names in Los Angeles.

Padel isn’t following a single road to relevance. It’s building several at once.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories.

Here are five of the biggest stories from the week.

Padel Set for Historic Mediterranean Games Debut in Taranto

The International Padel Federation confirmed the field for padel’s first appearance at the Mediterranean Games, taking place August 22–28 in Taranto, Italy. 88 athletes from 18 countries will compete across men’s, women’s and mixed events, with former world No. 1s Lucía Sainz and Patty Llaguno among the headline names. This is another significant step toward padel becoming established within major international multisport competitions.

- Read more on FIP

USA Padel Announces Record-Prize-Money 2026 US Open

On August 10, USA Padel announced that the 2026 US Open Padel Championships, presented by Fresca Hard, will take place October 2–4. The tournament returns for its third year with record-breaking prize money and will form part of National Padel Month, further strengthening one of the most important domestic events in the growing U.S. padel market.

- Read more from USA Padel

Pro Padel League Makes Its Los Angeles Debut

The Pro Padel League brought professional padel to Los Angeles for the first time from August 13–16, staging its tournament at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. More than 40 world-class players were involved, giving PPL another major U.S. market as the league continues pushing padel toward a larger American audience.

- Read more on Modern Luxury

Bali Breaks Asian Youth Padel Participation Record

Indonesia delivered another indicator of padel’s rapid Asian expansion. FIP Promises Bali attracted 138 pairs, the largest field ever recorded for a FIP youth tournament in Asia. The previous record was only established a month earlier in Jakarta with 113 pairs, meaning participation jumped significantly again in a matter of weeks.

- Read more on FIP

Sydney Opera House Hosts Landmark Padel Invitational

Padel took over one of Australia’s most recognizable landmarks on August 15–16, with a specially constructed court at the Sydney Opera House. The Padel Invitational featured professional players alongside former tennis world No. 1 Pat Rafter and other Australian sports and entertainment personalities. Reserved seating sold out ahead of the event, while major brands including Gucci and Waldorf Astoria became involved around the weekend.

- Read more from Tennis Australia

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Premier Padel London P1 Final! (WOMEN)

This week’s stories point to the same trend: padel is reaching more players, markets, and major stages around the world. With international competitions, new audiences, and headline events ahead, there’s plenty more to follow.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories.

Here are the stories below.

UK Padel Is Booming, But Can Players Become Fans?

Britain’s padel explosion has taken participation from roughly 15,000 annual players in 2019 to more than one million today, while courts have grown from 68 to over 1,800. With Premier Padel arriving at Olympia, the next challenge is converting recreational enthusiasm into a sustainable audience for the professional game.

- Read more on The Athletic

Celebrities and Luxury Brands Bet on Pro Padel League

The Pro Padel League continues to attract serious investment after raising $15 million in Series A funding. With backers including Daddy Yankee, Frances Tiafoe and Carmelo Anthony’s Melo7 Tech Partners, the league has now added Swiss watchmaker Frédérique Constant as its official timekeeper and major sponsor.

- Read more on Yahoo Finance

Padel Looks to Close Its Gender Gap

Padel may be surging across the UK, but women account for only around 30% of players at Padelstars facilities. The operator is addressing the imbalance through She Rallies, offering free, women-only, coach-led sessions designed to make newcomers feel more comfortable entering what can still be a heavily male-dominated environment.

- Read more on BBC News

AI Comes to the Padel Court

Hudle has introduced Vision, an AI-powered padel experience that automatically captures recreational matches and turns them into highlights and performance data. Players can review ball speed, heatmaps, shot distribution and rally participation through the Hudle app, bringing professional-style analysis and shareable content directly to everyday games.

- Read more on MARKETECH APAC

Madrid Joins the Road to the 2026 FIP World Cup

Madrid will host Europe’s qualifier for the 2026 FIP World Cup from September 22–26. National teams will compete for just two men’s and two women’s places in the finals, setting up a high-stakes European showdown before the World Cup takes place in Doha from November 2–7.

- Read more on Padel Tonic

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Finals of Premier Padel Pretoria P1!

Participation alone is no longer the whole story. Building audiences, widening access, attracting major commercial partners and improving the player experience will determine how successfully the sport turns its current momentum into something lasting.

Follow Padel Mecca for another week of the biggest stories in the world of Padel.

Here’s everything you need to know.

Guerrero and Leal End Coello & Tapia’s 27-Final Streak

One of the longest streaks in professional padel has come to an end. Fran Guerrero and Javi Leal stunned world No. 1s Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia 7-5, 7-5 in the Pretoria P1 semifinals, ending their remarkable run of 27 consecutive Premier Padel finals. The victory also denied Coello and Tapia a sixth straight title and sent Guerrero and Leal into the biggest final of their careers.

- Read more on FIP

Britain’s Padel Boom Brings Premium Prices

Padel’s rapid rise in Britain has reached a new milestone as the BBC spotlighted the sport’s explosive popularity ahead of the inaugural London Premier Padel P1. Celebrity backing, soaring participation, and a shortage of courts have fueled demand, with some venues now charging as much as £100 per hour, sparking discussion about accessibility as the sport continues its rapid expansion.

- Read more on BBC

Road to Doha Officially Begins

The journey to the 2026 FIP World Cup officially got underway in Toronto, where Canada, Mexico, and the United States battled for North and Central America’s qualifying spots. With only two men’s berths and one women’s berth available, the round-robin tournament marked the opening chapter in the race to November’s championship in Doha, Qatar.

- Read more on FIP

Three Tips for New Padel Players

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With London set to host its first-ever Premier Padel P1, former Great Britain national team player and coach Sandy Farquharson shared three practical tips to help beginners get started. His advice focuses on mastering the fundamentals, building confidence, and embracing the sport’s social nature, making it an ideal guide for anyone inspired to pick up a racket during padel’s rapid growth.

- Read more on Yahoo News

Decathlon Partners with London Premier Padel P1

Decathlon UK & Ireland has been named the Official Retail Partner of the inaugural London Premier Padel P1, reinforcing its commitment to one of the country’s fastest-growing sports. The partnership will bring on-site retail, fan activations, product demonstrations, exclusive merchandise, and a meet-and-greet with world top-10 player Coki Nieto, enhancing the fan experience as Premier Padel makes its UK debut.

- Read more on The Sports News Blitz

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the match that snapped the streak!

As the world’s best arrive in London for the country’s first Premier Padel tournament, the sport continues to reach new milestones both on and off the court. From headline-making upsets and the start of World Cup qualifying to growing investment and increasing public interest, the momentum behind padel continues to build.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories.

Here are the stories below.

Padel’s U.S. boom attracts major entrepreneurs

Padel is rapidly gaining ground across the United States, drawing investment from entrepreneurs outside the sporting world who see the game as the country’s next major racquet sport. As clubs continue to open and professional competitions attract new funding and broadcast exposure, industry leaders believe Padel is well positioned to follow the explosive path previously taken by pickleball.

- Read more on Yahoo Finance

Crew Clothing expands commitment to UK Padel

British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing has expanded its partnership with the Pro Am Padel Tour, becoming the Official and Exclusive Performance Apparel Partner for the 2026 season. The collaboration reflects the company’s growing investment in one of the UK’s fastest-growing sports while supporting both elite competition and wider community participation through its Crew Sport performance range.

- Read more on FashionNetwork

Asian Games inclusion signals a new era

World Padel League Co-Founder Mahesh Bhupathi believes Padel’s inclusion in the Asian Games marks a defining moment for the sport across Asia. The milestone is expected to encourage greater government support, infrastructure development, and grassroots participation while strengthening padel’s long-term ambition of becoming an Olympic sport.

- Read more on Malaysia Sun

Nike reveals its first-ever Padel rackets

Nike has officially unveiled its first padel racket collection during the exclusive NOCTA Manor 2026 event, introducing the Command, Attack, and Balance models. The launch signals the brand’s planned entry into the padel market in 2027 and further demonstrates the sport’s growing commercial appeal among the world’s biggest athletic brands.

- Read more on Padel Addict

Paquito Navarro showcases his trademark creativity in exhibition match

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Paquito Navarro once again demonstrated his flair for the spectacular after producing a remarkable shot during an exhibition match. While the play was not legal under official padel rules, the lighthearted moment sparked discussion among fans about the sport’s regulations and highlighted the entertainment value exhibition events continue to bring.

- Read more on TennisTonic

Highlights

To celebrate Padel's inclusion in the Asian Games, relive the highlights from the 2025 Asia Padel Cup Final!

Padel continues to capture attention far beyond its traditional markets. All of us are looking forward to the Asian Games showcasing some world-class Padel Action!

Stay connected with Padel Mecca for next week’s biggest stories shaping the sport around the world.

This week’s stories show a sport building every part of its future at once, from packed courts in Wales to medal competitions in Taranto and global retail expansion through Premier Padel.

Here are the stories below.

Psycho Bunny becomes USA Padel’s official uniform partner

Psycho Bunny has signed a multi-year agreement to outfit USA Padel’s men’s, women’s, and age-group national teams. The partnership launches on July 22 at Miami’s Ultra Padel Club, where Team USA athletes will reveal the uniforms through demonstrations, coaching sessions, and community activities.

- Read more on FashionNetwork

Padel officially joins the World Anti-Doping Code

The International Padel Federation has been accepted as a World Anti-Doping Code signatory after undergoing an independent compliance review. The decision aligns padel with internationally recognised anti-doping standards, strengthening the sport’s governance, credibility, and continuing campaign for eventual inclusion in the Olympic Games.

- Read more on Inside the Games

Padel earns medal status at Taranto 2026

Padel will debut as an official medal sport at the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, with men’s, women’s, and mixed competitions scheduled from August 22 to 28. The tournament has attracted 136 participants representing 18 national federations, plus Athletica Vaticana as a guest delegation.

- Read more on the International Padel Federation

Premier Padel signs global deal with Fanatics

Fanatics will become Premier Padel’s master licensee under a long-term global partnership covering online sales, venue retail, wholesale products, and memorabilia. The company will launch the tour’s official digital store and begin operating event retail at the Premier Padel Finals in Barcelona this December.

- Read more on Sportcal

Wales embraces its rapidly growing Padel community

Wales now has 58 registered Padel courts across 16 venues, compared with just 14 courts at the end of 2024. Annual participation has climbed to an estimated 12,000 to 14,000 players, driven by the sport’s accessibility, social format, covered facilities, and appeal across different ages and abilities.

- Read more on BBC Sport

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the MALAGA P1 SEMIS!

From national uniforms and global merchandise to anti-doping recognition and international medals, Padel is beginning to resemble an established global sport rather than an emerging trend.

The courts may still be filling quickly, but the institutions surrounding them are now catching up. Padel is not simply growing anymore. It is putting down roots.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s stories.

Here are this week’s biggest stories from around the world.

Indonesia Hosts Its Largest International Padel Event Ever

Indonesia reached a major milestone by hosting the country’s largest international padel event to date, bringing together the FIP Bronze Jakarta and FIP Promises Jakarta tournaments. More than 510 players from 31 countries are competing, giving Indonesian athletes valuable ranking opportunities while strengthening the nation’s position on the international padel calendar.

- Read more on ANTARA News

Northern Ireland Delivers a Historic Professional Debut

Northern Ireland successfully staged its first professional padel tournament, welcoming nearly 1,000 spectators to the FIP Silver R3 Bullpadel Cup in Moira. Featuring the strongest player field ever assembled for a UK event, the tournament showcased the country’s growing ability to host elite international competition.

- Read more on The Sports News Blitz

Doha Confirmed for the 2026 and 2028 FIP World Cups

The International Padel Federation announced that Doha will host both the 2026 and 2028 FIP World Cups at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex. The championships will feature record prize pools of €1.2 million and €1.35 million respectively, equally distributed between the men’s and women’s competitions.

- Read more on FIP

World Padel League Expands to Six Teams

India’s World Padel League is set for its biggest season yet, expanding to six franchise teams and featuring 36 of the world’s top players. Returning to Mumbai this August, the league continues to drive padel’s rapid growth in India while strengthening its commercial appeal through its franchise-based format.

- Read more on SportsMint Media

Five Lessons from Bea González’s Rise to the Top

Bea González remains one of the brightest stars in women’s padel, and Red Bull highlighted the qualities behind her success. Beyond her explosive smash, the feature explores the footwork, aerial play, clutch mentality, and positive attitude that have helped “The Pearl” become one of the sport’s defining players.

- Read more on Red Bull

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Premier Padel Bordeaux Finals!

This week wasn’t just about who won on court. It was about where Padel is heading. New nations are hosting landmark events, established markets continue investing, and the sport’s biggest competitions are becoming larger than ever. The next chapter of Padel’s growth is already underway, and we’ll be here to cover every step of it.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s stories.

Pro Padel League Lands National Television Deal

The Pro Padel League reached another milestone after announcing a broadcast partnership with USA Sports. Five championship matches will air nationally on CNBC throughout the 2026 season, giving North American audiences unprecedented access to professional padel while reinforcing the league’s growing commercial momentum and expanding mainstream visibility across the continent.

- Read more on Sports Video Group

What Makes Alejandro Galán One of Padel’s Best

Alejandro Galán’s success extends far beyond powerful winners. His athleticism, relentless work ethic, tactical awareness, defensive coverage, and explosive aerial game combine into one of padel’s most complete skill sets. The breakdown offers valuable insight into what separates elite professionals from the rest of the field today.

- Read more on Red Bull

Barcelona Welcomes Padel Nuestro’s New Flagship Store

Padel Nuestro officially opened its new flagship store in central Barcelona, welcoming world number one Agustín Tapia and hundreds of enthusiastic supporters. Designed as an experiential destination rather than simply a retail space, the venue reflects padel’s growing community culture and deepening connection between fans and players.

- Read more on The Padel Paper

Why Padel Continues Attracting Tennis Players

As padel’s popularity accelerates, discussion around its relationship with tennis continues growing. An analysis explores why recreational players increasingly embrace padel, highlighting its accessibility, social atmosphere, forgiving learning curve, and commercial appeal while examining concerns from parts of the traditional tennis community about its rapid rise.

- Read more on RTÉ Brainstorm

The Health Benefits driving Padel’s Popularity

Beyond competition, Padel continues attracting players seeking an enjoyable way to stay active. Health experts and club operators point to its cardiovascular benefits, coordination training, lower impact on joints, and welcoming environment, making it an appealing option for players across different ages, abilities, and fitness levels alike.

- Read more on Yahoo Sports

Highlights

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This week’s headlines shared a common thread. Whether through television broadcasts, thriving communities, world-class athletes, or growing public interest, padel continues finding new ways to reach more people.

Thanks for reading, and we’ll be back next week on Padel Mecca with another collection of stories shaping the sport.

Here are the stories below.

Pro Padel League Heads to Manhattan

The Pro Padel League is bringing elite competition to New York City’s iconic Hammerstein Ballroom from July 9 to 12. Featuring ten teams and fifty world-class players, the event promises an intimate fan experience with group-stage matches, hospitality packages, and championship action, further cementing the league’s position as North America’s premier professional Padel competition.

- Read more on Tennis Tonic

Dubai Premier Padel P1 Returns This November

Dubai will once again host one of the sport’s biggest events as Premier Padel P1 returns to Hamdan Sports Complex from November 8 to 15. With the world’s best men and women expected to compete, the tournament reflects the UAE’s rapidly growing appetite for Padel while giving local fans another opportunity to watch the sport’s elite on home soil.

- Read more on Gulf News

Babolat Unveils USA-Exclusive Padel Collection

Babolat has introduced a limited-edition collection of Counter Viper and Energy racquets designed exclusively for the United States. Inspired by the country’s colors, the launch celebrates America’s growing padel scene while delivering the same performance technologies that have made Babolat one of the sport’s leading equipment manufacturers.

- Read more on Tennis Connected

FIP Promises Tour Reaches Five Continents

The future of Padel takes center stage this weekend as the FIP Promises Tour hosts tournaments across Malaysia, South Africa, Spain, the United States, and Brazil. Young players from around the world will compete across multiple age groups, highlighting the International Padel Federation’s continued investment in developing the sport’s next generation.

- Read more on FIP

Meet the Voice Behind Premier Padel

Millions of fans know Sandy Farquharson by his voice before they know his face. The former tennis coach has become the English-language commentator for Premier Padel on Red Bull TV, helping both lifelong fans and first-time viewers understand the speed, tactics, and excitement of one of the world’s fastest-growing sports.

- Read more on Red Bull

Highlights

Check out these highlights from Day 3 of Valladolid Premier Padel P2! (MEN)

Thank you for joining us for another week of stories from around the world of Padel. As June comes to a close, we’re excited to see what July has in store, with more tournaments, milestones, and moments that continue to shape the sport.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for all the latest.

Here are the stories below.

Nike Reported to Have Approached Nox Over World No. 1 Tapia

Nike is reportedly exploring a move into padel and has approached Nox regarding Agustín Tapia, the current world No. 1. Tapia remains under contract with the Spanish brand through 2028, but discussions suggest major global companies are beginning to see padel as a serious commercial opportunity.

- Read more on SGI Europe

The Rafa Nadal Academy Launches the Annual Padel Program, a Unique Pathway to Develop the Players of the Future

The Rafa Nadal Academy has introduced a new Annual Padel Program aimed at developing elite young players through a combination of high-performance training and international education. Led by renowned coach Rodri Ovide, the initiative reflects the growing professionalization of youth padel development worldwide.

- Read more on Rafa Nadal Academy

Get to Know Sandy Farquharson, the Voice of Premier Padel on Red Bull TV

For many international fans, Sandy Farquharson has become one of the most recognizable voices in padel. The former tennis professional and ATP coach now serves as a key figure in Premier Padel broadcasts, helping explain the sport’s speed, tactics, and drama to audiences around the globe.

- Read more on Red Bull

Carlos Alcaraz at Reserve Cup Marbella Completely Changes the Tennis-Padel Dynamic

Tennis superstar Carlos Alcaraz made a surprise appearance at Reserve Cup Marbella, drawing significant attention from fans and media alike. His courtside visit alongside top padel stars, including Arturo Coello, further highlighted the increasingly close relationship between tennis and padel as both sports continue to grow.

- Read more on Haute Living

The Draws. Plaza Mayor Is Ready: Coello Aims to Win Again on Home Soil

The Valladolid P2 returns to the iconic Plaza Mayor, where hometown favorite Arturo Coello will attempt to capture a third consecutive title alongside Agustín Tapia. With strong men’s and women’s draws, intriguing quarterfinal projections, and the inclusion of Coello’s younger brother Rodrigo via wildcard, anticipation is high.

- Read more on FIP

Highlights

As Nike reportedly targets Agustín Tapia, here are some of the dazzling moments behind his rise to the top.

From youth development and broadcast personalities to global brands and crossover appearances from tennis royalty, Padel continues to expand its reach in every direction.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for more stories shaping the future of the sport.

Here are the stories below.

Canada’s Padel Boom Has Arrived

More than 30 years after Canada’s first homemade padel court was built in Calgary, demand is finally surging nationwide. Experts point to padel’s social, beginner-friendly appeal, with new courts rapidly expanding across Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Edmonton.

- Read more on CBC

Brothers Take the Spotlight in Kenya

Siblings Keean and Kael Shah captured the inaugural Carrefour Open Padel Tournament title in Nairobi after a tightly contested final. The four-day competition featured over 250 athletes across nine divisions, highlighting padel’s growing momentum in East Africa.

- Read more on KBC

Is Padel Becoming the New Golf?

Across Dubai and major business hubs, padel is increasingly replacing golf as a networking sport for executives and entrepreneurs. Faster matches, easier accessibility, and a more social environment are helping padel become the modern court for business relationships.

- Read more on Arabian Business

Coello and Tapia Deliver Valencia Drama

The Valencia P1 final delivered one of the rivalry’s greatest chapters as Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia stormed back from near defeat to beat Galán and Chingotto in a dramatic deciding tie-break. Ari Sánchez and Andrea Ustero also captured the women’s title.

- Read more on FIP

Arturo Coello Reaches a Historic Milestone

At just 24 years old, Arturo Coello became the first player in Premier Padel history to win 10 Major titles following victory in Rome. With titles across every Major venue and a dominant partnership with Agustín Tapia, comparisons to tennis legends are growing louder.

- Read more on Tennistonic

Highlights

To celebrate Arturo Coello’s historic milestone, take a look at the 10 most insane points of his career!

From homemade courts in Calgary to championship drama in Valencia, padel continues to prove its reach is expanding in every direction.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca for next week’s stories from the sport moving faster than ever.

Here are the stories below.

PPL Names Fever Official Ticketing Partner

The Pro Padel League partnered with Fever as its official ticketing platform in a multi-year deal covering North American events. Fever will manage tickets, hospitality, and VIP experiences, beginning with PPL’s 2026 season opener at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom this July.

- Read more on Fever Newsroom

Padelgest Unveils Hit-X Smart Court Ecosystem

Padelgest introduced Hit-X, a smart court ecosystem featuring player wearables and intelligent net posts that track performance, display scores, and automate maintenance. The company also showcased the industry’s first white padel court, with a commercial launch expected later this year.

- Read more on EIN Presswire

Luxury Hotels Quietly Embrace Padel

Luxury resorts across Marbella, Saint-Tropez, St. Moritz, and the Maldives are increasingly investing in padel courts, coaching, and curated experiences. Hotels see the sport as a perfect fit for travelers seeking something social, active, and wellness-driven without requiring intense athletic commitment.

- Read more on Upscale Living Magazine

Can Padel Become a Serious Professional Sport?

UK Padel CEO Nick Baker believes social play drives growth, but competitive pathways build credibility. As participation explodes, the focus is shifting toward leagues, academies, and youth development to ensure padel becomes a sustainable professional sport with lasting infrastructure and ambition.

- Read more on Insider Sport

Premier Padel and Red Bull Launch Mobile Game

Premier Padel partnered with Red Bull to launch Red Bull Padel: Court Legends, a free mobile game featuring multiplayer matches, club-building, and real tournament integrations. Stars like Galán, Lebrón, and González appear as trainers, helping introduce padel to younger digital audiences.

- Read more on Broadcast

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Finals of the FIP Platinum Albania! (MEN)

From luxury resorts to mobile screens, Padel continues finding new ways to grow and reach fresh audiences.

Thanks for following this week’s roundup, and stay tuned to Padel Mecca for more stories shaping the sport in the week ahead.

Here’s how Padel wrapped up May.

U.S. Emerges as One of Padel’s Biggest Long-Term Growth Markets

The newly released Playtomic 2026 Global Padel Report, often referred to as the “Bible of Padel,” identified the U.S. as one of the sport’s most promising long-term markets. Unlike Europe’s club-driven growth, padel in America is increasingly tied to luxury wellness, hospitality, private clubs, and premium experiences. The report also suggests pickleball may actually help introduce Americans to social racquet sports and accelerate future padel adoption.

- Read more on The Sports News Blitz

England Approves New Padel Courts After Design Concerns

New padel courts are officially coming to Telford, England after local planners approved a proposal to replace two tennis courts with two covered padel courts and one outdoor court. The project initially faced pushback due to its unusual use of stacked shipping containers, with concerns over aesthetics and practicality, but developers successfully argued similar modular leisure structures are already working elsewhere.

- Read more on BBC

AI Training Robot Brings Smart Coaching to Padel

Pongbot has launched its Aura and Aura S training robots, portable AI-powered systems designed for tennis, pickleball, and padel players. The devices can run drills, launch balls for up to five hours, and even be controlled through a smartwatch. The higher-end Aura S also analyzes player shots, acts as an AI referee, and provides personalized feedback for training sessions.

- Read more on Notebookcheck

Canada’s Padel Boom Continues to Gain Momentum

Padel’s rise in Canada appears to be accelerating, with longtime pioneer Bill Stamile, who introduced the country’s first court in 1992, describing the sport’s recent growth simply: “It’s just exploded.” Clubs are now spread across cities like Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Edmonton, though infrastructure costs and colder climates continue creating challenges for long-term expansion.

- Read more on CTV News

Kareena Kapoor Khan Enters Her “Padel Era”

Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan became the latest celebrity to embrace padel after sharing glimpses from a recent session on social media, jokingly calling it her “padel era.” Known for her fitness-focused lifestyle, Kareena’s post is another reminder of how celebrity visibility continues helping introduce the sport to wider audiences and mainstream culture.

- Read more on Telangana Today

Highlights

Check out these highlights from the Finals of the FIP Platinum Albania! (WOMEN)

From billion-dollar market projections in the U.S. to AI-powered training tools, celebrity adoption, and new courts breaking ground, this week proved once again that Padel’s momentum keeps building in different corners of the world. As we officially enter June, expect even more stories shaping where the sport goes next.

Stay tuned to Padel Mecca next week.